1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Festiva | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 6558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3140 mm |